【Weihai Ultimate Guide】5 Days and 4 Nights to Explore Northern China's Most Beautiful Coastline! Locals' Hidden Sunrise Secret Spots, Shipwreck Ruins, and Seafood Paradise Revealed You

🌊【Weihai Ultimate Guide】5 Days and 4 Nights to Explore Northern China's Most Beautiful Coastline! Locals' Hidden Sunrise Secret Spots, Shipwreck Ruins, and Seafood Paradise Revealed Did you think Qingdao's sea was beautiful enough? Not until I visited Weihai! The sea here is so clear you can see the pebbles on the seabed, and the sand is so soft it feels like stepping on cotton. Plus, it's less crowded, has beautiful scenery, and low prices! This guide will show you how to experience Weihai with a sophisticated vibe that 99% of tourists don't know about! 🔥 [Highlight Opening] Three Hidden Ways to Explore Weihai That 99% of Tourists Don't Know About** 1. Chengshantou "End of the Sky" Sunrise at 4 AM 🌅 This is the easternmost point of mainland China, where the sun rises earliest! Stand on the cliff edge and watch the golden light pierce the sea level, with a deep abyss below your feet and ancient relics of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's eastern tour behind you – the shock factor is off the charts! Remember to bring a windbreaker; the early morning sea breeze can really disorient you. 2. The Apocalyptic Aesthetics of the MV Bruce Shipwreck*🚢 Navigate to "Xiaowudui Post Station" and walk close to this beached Panamanian giant ship during low tide. The rusted hull, circling seagulls, and blood-red sunset glow – any casual shot looks like a still from "Pirates of the Caribbean"! Overcast days create an even more poignant atmosphere; wearing a red long dress for silhouettes is absolutely stunning. 3. Seafood Auction at Heqing Pier at 5 AM 🦀 Follow the fishermen out to sea in the dark, and in the early morning, the pier transforms directly into a seafood market! Lively crabs for 20 yuan/jin, palm-sized oysters for 5 yuan each! After buying, find a small shop nearby to process them. Steamed with ginger and vinegar dip, they're so fresh it makes your head tingle. 🌟 [5-Day, 4-Night In-depth Tour] The Perfect Route Without Backtracking Day 1: Artistic Stroll through Old Weihai - Morning: Torch Eight Street (Weihai's "Little Kamakura," arrive before 7 AM for empty shots) → International Bathing Beach (beach chair 20 yuan/day, lie until sunset) - Afternoon: Maotoushan No. 2 Observation Deck (popular "Maotou Stone" photo spot) → Jinhaiwan Trestle Bridge (plum blossom-shaped white bridge, destined for great photos) - Evening: Oulefang Night Market (Teppanyaki Shrimp Paste + Mackerel Rolls, average 30 yuan per person for a full meal) Day 2: Collision of History and Ocean - All Day: Liugong Island (Sino-Japanese War Museum is a must-see; you'll only understand the tragic history with a guide! Ferry ticket + entrance fee 122 yuan) - Evening: Haiyuan Park (thousand fishing boats as background, wooden boardwalk is super therapeutic) → Yuehai Park (49-meter lighthouse + seaside swing) - Dinner: "Chocolate Fisherman" in Hanlefang (Sea Intestine Rice 68 yuan, Steamed Seafood Pot 138 yuan) Day 3: Slow Living in Naxianghai - Morning: Diamond Beach (walk barefoot on the waves, free, less crowded, clear water) → Watcher No. 2 (Instagrammable architecture for photos) - Afternoon: Jiming Island (filming location for "Dad, Where Are We Going?", cliffside cafe minimum spend 35 yuan) - Sunset: Jinshiban Art Park (seaweed houses + pink sunset glow, entrance fee 40 yuan) Day 4: Rongcheng Wonders Hike - Early Morning: Chengshantou Cross-sea Cable Car (148 yuan, see the dividing line between the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea) - Afternoon: Xixiakou Zoo (160 yuan, full contact with land, sea, and air animals) - Dusk: MV Bruce Shipwreck (free, bring a telephoto lens) Day 5: Shopping Spree + Niche Surprises - Morning: Weigao Plaza for local specialties (dried figs 25 yuan/jin, instant sea cucumber 120 yuan/box) - Afternoon: Jianggu Mouth (navigate to Heishuiyang Art Museum, jelly gradient sea) → Silver Fish Alley (artistic old buildings) 📸 [Photo Spot Checklist] Even Your Phone Can Take Great Shots** | Location | Best Time | Outfit Suggestion | Hidden Angle | | Torch Eight Street | Before 7:00 | JK Uniform | Shoot from the end of the slope looking up, avoid crowds | | MV Bruce | 16:00-18:00 | Red Long Dress | Stand at the bow during low tide, shoot silhouettes from a low angle | | Maotoushan No. 2 Deck | Before 9:00 | White Dress | Side shot by the cliff railing, with Maotou Stone as foreground | | Jiming Island Cafe | 14:00-16:00 | Straw Hat + Sunglasses | Backlit shot by the window, use coffee cup as prop | | Haiyuan Park Fishing Boats | High Tide | Denim Shorts | Sit on the reef, with fishing boats as background | 🍽 [Food Red & Black List] 5 Must-Try Restaurants Certified by Locals 1. Chocolate Fisherman (Hanlefang): Fresh live seafood steamed on the spot, sea urchin dumplings burst with juice in one bite, average 80 yuan per person 2. Myeongdong Amber Fried Chicken (Weigao Plaza): Sweet and spicy sauce coats the crispy skin, absolutely perfect with ice-cold beer, set meal 58 yuan 3. Our Mom's Seaweed Buns (Tashan Morning Market): Thin skin, fresh filling, sold out before 9 AM, 3 yuan each 4. Grandma's Old Home (Huancui District): Braised pork with corn cakes, fatty but not greasy, 48 yuan/serving 5. Fat Dongjiang Five-Yuan Banmian (Xinwei Fulu): Chewy noodles, 7 yuan for unlimited refills, the chili oil is so fragrant it makes you stomp your feet 💣Avoid: "10 yuan for 3 skewers" grilled squid by the roadside in scenic spots (mostly frozen), Hanlefang night market's seafood platter (shrunken portions) 💡 [8 Tips Summarized from Blood and Tears] 1. Transportation: Rent an electric scooter for 50 yuan/day (500 yuan deposit). For Rongcheng attractions, it's recommended to charter a car (300 yuan/day). 2. Accommodation: For sunrise views, stay in a B&B in Half Moon Bay. For Naxianghai, Howard Johnson Resort is recommended. 3. Tickets: Buying Liugong Island/Chengshantou tickets online 1 day in advance saves 10 yuan. Huaxia City night show tickets are more cost-effective when bought separately. 4. Sun Protection: UV rays are extremely strong by the sea! Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours. Physical sunscreen is more effective than chemical sunscreen. 5. Beachcombing: Go to Xiaoshi Island (tool rental 30 yuan) 1 hour before low tide; you can dig up small crabs and clams. 6. Outfit: White/red dresses are best for photos. Do not wear slippers on reefs (they are slippery). 7. Souvenirs: Buy Weihai sea cucumber at supermarkets (don't buy in scenic spots!). Choose soft and chewy dried figs. 8. Off-peak Travel: During the peak season (July-August), visit attractions in the morning and relax in cafes in the afternoon to perfectly avoid crowds. After reading this guide, will you still follow a tour group and just scratch the surface? The beauty of Weihai is hidden in the sunrise at 4 AM, in the bustling vibrancy of the fish market, and even more so in those corners that need to be discovered with heart. Quickly save and share!